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Feel naked in a suit?

Yes, pocket squares may be small but they have a big impact. Subtle. Sophisticated. Or Sassy.

Pocket squares weren’t born yesterday. Even the ancient Greeks and Egyptians couldn’t resist their allure. ask ellie . And King Richard II gets the crown for actually inventing the handkerchief.

If you think they are a lost art, consider them found. Tune in “Mad Men” or check out Justin Timberlake and you will appreciate why you would never consider a pocket square just an accessory. It is the finishing touch, the pièce de résistance.

A pocket square should complement your suit and tie. Never fall for “matchy-matchy” but opt for stylishly in-sync. http://luchohouston.com/pocketsquarecraft/Consider color, texture and pattern and always choose what looks good and makes you feel good. In other words, own it.

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“LUCHO has become a sartorial adventure for my husband. He went from dressing so-so to loving getting dressed. What a wonderful change!”Katina Pontikes

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“LUCHO is more than just a clothing store. While their men’s clothing is beautiful and their women’s shoes are second to none, the Lucho family makes me feel at home every time I walk in the door.”Tara Ray

The Art of Cigar Smoking

When it’s time to share in a celebration – whether the birth of a baby, a new job or another milestone – a cigar may be offered to you. What do you do?

We know cigar smoking is not for every man – and woman – but there a few pointers to know before you tiptoe into this special world of cigar aficionados.

First of all, if you are not a smoker, it is perfectly okay to politely decline. If you accept, here are some tips for a novice cigar enthusiast.

When it comes to enjoying a good cigar you are in the company of fascinating people: Sir Winston Churchill, Red Auerbach (legendary coach of the Boston Celtics), John Wayne, Jack Nicholson, Bill Clinton, and John F. Kennedy. Mark Twain, who smoked about 22 cigars a day, was supposedly quoted as saying: “If smoking is not allowed in Heaven I shall not go.”

1. Choose the right cigar
If you have the option of picking your own cigar, a real cigar shop is a good bet because the personnel can guide you in the selection process. (A mild cigar may be a good first choice.) Don’t fall for the myth that the color of the wrapper is a good quality indicator.

2. Inspection
Inspect the cigar for any imperfections. Make sure the wrapper does not have any cracks or discoloration.

3. Cutting your cigar
You want to cut the cap on the “head” of the cigar; the side you light is called the “foot.” Warning: never use your teeth to bite off the end. A cigar cutter is the best and easiest way to do this. Cutting will create enough of an opening to smoke it comfortably while not changing the shape of the cigar.

4. Lighting your cigar
Use a butane lighter or wooden match to light your cigar. While lighting the cigar, do not inhale but puff and rotate the cigar while holding the flame just below the other end of the cigar. Be careful so your cigar does not actually touch the flame; just the heat from the flame will do the job. http://luchohouston.com/blog-test-1/Continue this process until the tobacco around the outer rim begins to glow.

5. Enjoy!
Don’t make the beginner’s mistake of inhaling the smoke. Let the smoke fill your mouth, taste it and then blow it out. Relax, puff and rotate the cigar every now and then, without rushing.

6. Drink anyone?
Many enjoy the combination of a cigar and a good drink, usually a whiskey. Other options include a coffee drink or a martini. And you may want to pull out a Mark Twain book!

Client Testimonial

“My favorite place to shop in the United States is LUCHO. They clothes are unique, especially the beautiful ties. The owners, Patty and Hector, make everyone who comes in the store feel like an old friend.”Rick Ray

If the shoe fits…

Over the decades the shoe industry has been transformed from basic practicality to a showcase of accessorizing and glam. Some historical “footnotes” will help you appreciate the latest design trends in shoes.

Since the earliest days, man has needed to cover his feet to protect himself from nature’s elements. Footwear has evolved over time, with the Egyptians creating a leather strappy sandal. Primitive shoes made of palm leaves that were plaited together were discovered by archaeologists in the pyramids, dating back to 2,000 B.C.

In China, a tiny foot has been viewed as being sexually desirable and noble, making footbinding a very common way to acquire small feet. Footbinding is the wrapping of the foot in ribbons or gauze very tightly so when a shoe is worn the foot appears smaller in size.

During the French Revolution, French men wore very decorated boots with high heels and this style was popular with King Louis VIV. Later, in the Victorian Age, a woman’s foot was considered very erotic so it was always required to be covered.

Now, a shoe has been elevated to the status of a perfect partner to join us in the boardroom, the ballroom or a weekend getaway.